I think this might be my favorite of the three in the series. Maris has been to hell and back throughout her life and in love with Nick for just as long. Tracey always does an amazing job of making the reader feel the emotions of her characters so grab your tissues with this one because oof, it packs a wallop. Getting to know more about Jed and Dean just cements their need for a novella (come on Tracey, you know you want to) and adds richness and depth to the back story for these characters.

The epilogue was much needed after I had a couple of unanswered questions from the story itself. Plus I always love a good look at the future of characters I've grown to love so much.

Family, especially found family, is written well as always by the author. Also, I love a good plot line where the alpha male realizes he may have been a dick and grovels. Love a good grovel. Sad to see the trilogy end but ready for the next adventure. ( )